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Computer workouts, tailored especially to train the brain have showed comparatively better results in fighting age-related mental decline than classic computer games, scientists in Chicago came out with this magnificent finding. This finding is based on the study, funded by a grant from game maker CogniFit Ltd., in which about 121 volunteers, over 50 years of age were studied for about three months after being ramified into groups. Some groups played on traditional computer videogames while some played on MindFit training program. Finally, researchers concluded that group using the MindFit program showed significant improvement in spatial short-term memory, which controls learning and focused attention. Throwing light on the findings of this study Dr. Nir Giladi, a neurologist at Tel Aviv University in Isreal said: These areas would be especially helpful with things like driving or preventing falls, a major source of injury in the elderly. This finding is quite significant which shows that gradually role of computer is growing in our life and interestingly, on health issues too computers and computers games have made their presence felt. Here is a glimpse of such findings:- 3-D Video Game Traces out Brain Dysfunction: Scientists Want to Gain Surgical Skills? Play Videogames! Computer Games Are Good For Your Health Computer Games – Health Benefits Videogame ‘Body Mechanics’: An Ultimate Solution to Fight Obesity Via: Reuters